Melasma is a common acquired disorder of pigmentation most commonly seen in those with skin of colour. It has long been a condition that is frustrating for both the dermatologist and patient to treat. This article provides a review of the literature on melasma and examines, in detail, various treatment options currently available to treat it.
Keywords: chloasma; dyschromia; hydroquinone; laser; melasma; peel; pigment; pigmentation; skin of colour; tranexamic acid.
© 2015 The Australasian College of Dermatologists.